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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Portchester (PTC)

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43

train journeys
per day

92

miles (148 kms)

2hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 22:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Portchester (PTC)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Portchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Portchester is approximately 92 miles (148 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 24 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Portchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Portchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Portchester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:11
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    08:33
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    05:40
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    09:22
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    09:33
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:23
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    09:58
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:55
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    10:23
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:23
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:33
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:40
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    10:58
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:23
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:25
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:40
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:58
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:57
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    12:23
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    12:33
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:40
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:58
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:55
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:23
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:21
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:33
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:40
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:58
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:23
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:19
    3 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    14:33
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:40
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:58
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:55
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:23
    Chelmsford
    Portchester
    Chelmsford to Portchester

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
Address Chelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Portchester Station

Station name Portchester (PTC)
Address Portchester station, Station Road, Portchester, Hampshire, PO16 8BJ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 10:20
Saturday 08:00 - 14:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chelmsford and Portchester

The travel time between Chelmsford and Portchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Portchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:45.

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Amenities on trains between Chelmsford and Portchester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chelmsford & Portchester. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Portchester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Chelmsford and Portchester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.